Streptomyces
Description
Streptomyces is a genus of aerobic, mould-like Detrimental Bacteria.
Toxic Effects of Streptomyces
Musculoskeletal System
Streptomyces Bacteria may cause Madura Foot - an infection of the Tissues and Bones of the Feet.
Conventional Medical Usage of Streptomyces
Prescribed Medications
Amphotericin B is produced from Streptomyces nodosus.
Anthracycline Antibiotics which are also used as Anti-Cancer Prescribed Medications are derived from Streptomyces Bacteria:
Doxorubicin is derived from Streptomyces peucetius caesius.
Streptomycin is derived from Streptomyces griseus.
Vaccines
Bestatin is derived from Streptomyces olivoreticuli.
Species of Streptomyces
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